The National Identity Management Commission @nimc_ng and the Nigerian Communications Commission @NgComCommission have initiated a strategic partnership to streamline the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage process.
According to its statement, NIMC and NCC underscored the importance of aligning SIM registrations with individuals’ NINs for security enhancement and improved service delivery.
The collaboration aims to:
– Enhance the NIN-SIM linkage process by ensuring a seamless experience for telecom subscribers.
– Conduct capacity building and public awareness campaigns to educate stakeholders and promote compliance.
– Facilitate data verification and validation by leveraging NIMC’s database and authentication infrastructure.
– Harmonize policies and regulatory frameworks to integrate NIN-SIM linkage processes within the telecommunications ecosystem while safeguarding subscriber information.